In a challenging year for retail, marked by high inflation and weaker consumer demand, we looked at how some of the key players in the casual and outdoor segment are faring and whether some may be poised for a comeback   

As part of a consortium led by Carité and coordinated by CTCP, several companies are working to develop 34 innovative products by the end of next year to make the Portuguese footwear industry the most qualified in the world   

The French-based luxury giant expects its first half operating profit to plummet by 40% to 45%, after reporting a 10% year-over-year fall in sales, largely due to the weak performance of Gucci   

The online retailer widened its losses in the first half of its fiscal year, but said its turnaround plan was progressing well, highlighting that it had reduced its stock levels ahead of target   

The British sports retailer has proposed to buy the US sportswear retailer Hibbett for around 1.08 billion USD. The move will allow JD Sports to expand its business in the North American country